According
to Rick, when adults start solving a problem, they tend to follow Bloom’s
taxonomy. They first apply what they know, then analyze the problem and apply
different techniques to resolve it.

To facilitate adult learning design, you need to
keep in mind the following tips:

-Practice makes a man perfect. Adult learners perform better when they practice frequently.- Periodical learning is the best type to retain learning, accuracy and acumen of skills.- Environmental practices that help adult learners perform their role better need to be created.- Adult learners appreciate practical knowledge than theory.- Immediate relevancy and value can help adult learners enhance their skills.- Adults do not prefer linear courses; they prefer to explore the course in a way that is meaningful to them.

I
could map all these characteristics to a sample we recently created for a prospect. The sample was based around ‘The benefits
of eLearning’.

Here
are some things which mapped to what Rick Stated:

1)The company was creating strategic
plans for next year and the sample had an immediate value in that discussion.

2)The sample focused on the problems
the company faced for training their shop floor employees and how eLearning
could help them resolve these issues.

3)There was a relevant case study of a
similar kind of company incorporated in the sample, which could help the
company understand the concept easily.

4)The sample presented relevant facts
and information which could help the management take decisions easily.5)Considering adults tendency of being self directed, the sample allowed users to navigate to the topic of interest.

Do
let me know if you have created any sample for adult learning which follows the
characteristics shared above.